The use of text messaging to improve attendance in primary care: a randomized controlled trial

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Kwok Chi Leong · IMU University

Wensu Chen

Kwok Chi Leong · IMU University

Kam W. Leong · IMU University

I Mastura

O. Mimi · Universitas Majalengka

Mohamed Sheikh · University of Malaya

Abstract

Text messaging reminder system was effective in improving attendance rate in primary care. It was more cost-effective compared with the mobile phone reminder.

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Healthcare Operations and Scheduling Optimization Healthcare Systems and Technology Mobile Health and mHealth Applications

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Published in: Family Practice

Volume 23, Issue 6, pp. 699-705

DOI: 10.1093/fampra/cml044

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The use of text messaging to improve attendance in primary care: a randomized controlled trial

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